If you want to help get the Rialto back into the redevelopment plan I
think the greatest contribution would be a letter to the South
Pasadena City Clerk, Ms. Sally Kilby, setting forth REASONS why it
would benefit South Pasadena to include the Rialto Theatre in their
plans for redevelopment of their downtown area. Her email address is
skilby (at) ci.south-pasadena.ca.us

My thoughts run to character and identity that a restored historic
theatre brings to this type of project. I know there are numerous
examples of communities that have gone to considerable expense to
restore a theatre to serve as a magnet attraction for redevelopment
projects. If you know of such projects, especially those that are now
enjoying success, relating the details of how including a theatre
contributed to a successful redevelopment project could change some minds.

Jim Henry

--- In RialtoWurlitzer@yahoogroups.com, "allenc19c@..."
> The restoration of the now closed Rialto theater was included as
> the centerpiece of the initial project proposed for revitalization of
> the redevelopment zone. It has been eliminated from the final plan
> which is before the South Pasadena Planning Commission tomorrow night,
> April 16, 6:30 PM at 1414 Mission Street in South Pasadena.
>
> I am asking for your help to communicate support, by attending the
> meeting and speaking or emailing the South Pasadena City Clerk at
> skilby@..., that the cherished landmark Rialto
> MUST be included in any plans for revitalization of the downtown
> redevelopment area.